School secretary wins Difference Maker award

She was recognized for her service to Adams Middle School and its students.

PNB presented the award to Hayes on Aug. 1 during the Johnstown Community Breakfast. Jim Cornett nominated Hayes for the award, which is given annually to someone who has been deeply involved in the Johnstown community.

“By affecting the lives of our young people every day, her impact to the people of Johnstown is immeasurable, now and in the future,” Cornett said.

Hayes works as a secretary at Adams and is the first person to greet each student. In his nomination, Cornett wrote that Hayes “keeps the school running, day in and day out. Adams Middle School parents, staff and students would be lost without her.”

Hayes attended school in Johnstown and is dedicated to helping future students learn and grow in her community.

In addition to the award, Hayes could choose an organization to receive a $500 donation from PNB. She chose to split the donation between the Johnstown Athletic Boosters and the Johnstown Band Boosters. Each organization will receive a $250 donation.

The Park National Bank asked the Johnstown community to nominate individuals who go the extra mile to make a positive impact locally. PNB also has Difference Maker programs in Hebron, Johnstown, Johnstown, Licking Valley, Pataskala and Utica. Past winners are John Neibarger (2013) and Carol VanDeest (2012).